Catalogue values for 15w - 40 Diesel Engine Oil

Category Specification Bid Requirement (Allowed Values)
Physical Properties Viscosity Index(As per ASTM-D 2270) 143.0 - 170.0 Or higher
Kinematic Viscosity at 40 degree celsius 104.5 - 150.0 Or higher
Sulfated Ash, % 1.5 - 1.8 Or higher
Density @ 15Deg C g/ml 0.86 - 1.0 Or higher
Flash Point, Deg c 226.0 - 550.0 Or higher
API Specification CI-4
Pour Point Deg C, Max -10 to -60
TBN, mg KOH/g 11.73 - 15.0 Or higher
Viscosity, CCS -20C (15W),mPa.s (cP) 6550.0 - 8000.0 Or higher
Kinematic Viscosity at 100 degree celsius 14.55 - 17.0 Or higher
Packaging and Marking Packaging Material Plastic
Shelf life Shelf Life 24.0